Portfolio Energy & Strategy Manager

JLL; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 159,500; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a qualified professional in Seattle to develop and execute energy management strategies for a portfolio of sites to achieve sustainability objectives. The ideal candidate will lead technical support, educate stakeholders, and manage data related to energy and environmental sustainability.

This role requires a university degree in a relevant field and 5-10 years of relevant experience in energy management or sustainability. Skills in analyzing utility data and implementing conservation measures are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in the Energy/Sustainability field with increasing responsibilities.
• Specialized technical understanding of HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems.
• Strong project management skills in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute energy management strategies for sustainability objectives.
• Educate stakeholders on energy and sustainability topics.
• Drive operational improvements in energy and sustainability performance.

Skills

Energy management strategy development

Sustainability performance improvement

Data analysis for sustainability measures

Technical problem solving

Education

University Degree (Science, engineering, math, or related fields)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an energy management strategy for a portfolio of sites, implementing comprehensive programs to reach sustainability objectives
• Act as the subject matter expert to educate and guide key stakeholders on energy and sustainability topics and requests, supporting corporate reporting objectives
• Manage the energy, waste, and water data collection process within JLL's technology platform, producing monthly and quarterly reports tailored to meet client-specific requirements
• Drive operational improvements through the identification and implementation of opportunities to improve energy and sustainability performance across extensive real estate portfolios
• Collaborate with other JLL energy managers to share best practices, develop case studies, and develop new business opportunities
• Engage with JLL facility managers to become the key point of contact for the provision of wide-ranging advice in relation to all aspects of environmental sustainability
• Develop and enhance systems and processes for delivering best practice sustainability performance and use of utility and sustainability management systems for monitoring and reporting purposes
• Provide technical training and mentor more junior colleagues, leading the technical support team to solve complex problems, plan and prioritize deadlines, and think strategically to identify innovative solutions

Required Qualifications

• University Degree (Science, engineering, math, or related fields)
• 5-10 years of experience working in the Energy/Sustainability field with progressively increasing responsibilities
• Specialized technical understanding of the most common HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems and their impact on sustainability goals
• Advanced understanding of energy and water conservation measures
• Strong ability to analyze corporate portfolio by benchmarking and reviewing utility data to drive sustainability measures
• Advanced understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emission scopes and reporting
• Familiarity with energy procurement process and renewable energy options
• Ability to communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view
• Ability to lead the technical support team to solve complex problems, plan and prioritize deadlines, and think strategically to identify innovative solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting site walkthroughs in order to find conservation measures (e.g., ASHRAE Level 1 and 2)
• Strong project management skills and an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high pressure, deadline-driven environment
• Experience in the preparation of tenders and work orders and the ability to select appropriate equipment and service vendors
• Specialized knowledge of environmental reporting, utility management and energy budgets, an environmental improvement program, and ISO 14001 compliance
• Experience working with multifunctional teams in order to drive results
• Experience managing small teams of energy and sustainability professionals
• Track record of developing and executing carbon footprint reduction and landfill diversion programs
• Experience with utility and sustainability management systems for monitoring and reporting purposes
• Background working with Integrated Facilities Management teams on sustainability initiatives
• Ability to think strategically, simplify the complex, solve complex problems, and see the big picture
• Learning agility with intellectual curiosity and appetite for risks

Location

Onsite — Seattle, WA

Equal Opportunity: JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Compensation

Estimated compensation for this position: 110,000.00 - 159,500.00 USD per year